2001 BMW Z22 vs. 2004 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2004 Mercury Marauder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z22. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z22 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z22 (328 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Marauder. (302 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z22 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 BMW Z22.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z22. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z22.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z22 | 2004 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | Z22 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4605 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1905 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
