2003 Mercury Marauder vs. 1995 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2003 Mercury Marauder is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Marauder (296 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1995 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Vivio, 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, 2003 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Vivio. 2003 Mercury Marauder has automatic transmission and 1995 Subaru Vivio has manual transmission. 1995 Subaru Vivio 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:
2003 Mercury Marauder | 1995 Subaru Vivio | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Marauder | Vivio |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2320 mm |