2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Mercury Marauder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Marauder (303 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Mercury Marauder.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier 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, 2005 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2005 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Rainier | Marauder |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |