2003 Mercury Marauder vs. 2009 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2009 Saab 9-7X is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 9-7X (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Marauder. (296 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 311 kg more than 2009 Saab 9-7X.
Because 2009 Saab 9-7X 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, 2009 Saab 9-7X 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, 2009 Saab 9-7X (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Marauder. (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercury Marauder | 2009 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Marauder | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |