1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2004 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2004 Mercury Marauder is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Marauder (302 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (112 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 729 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Marauder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Marauder (431 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (143 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. 2004 Mercury Marauder has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Marauder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2004 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Lantra | Marauder |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 302 HP |
Torque | 143 Nm | 431 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2920 mm |