1998 Audi S8 vs. 2003 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2003 Mercury Marauder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi S8 (335 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Marauder. (296 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Audi S8.
Because 1998 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Audi S8 (557 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Marauder. (420 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Marauder. 2003 Mercury Marauder has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi S8 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Marauder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 2003 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S8 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
