2001 Infiniti FX vs. 2003 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2003 Mercury Marauder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti FX (300 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Marauder. (296 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Infiniti FX.
Because 2001 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti FX 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, 2003 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti FX. (407 Nm). This means 2003 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Infiniti FX | 2003 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
| Model | FX | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
