2003 Mercury Marauder vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva is newer by 8 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 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 202 more horse power than 2011 Opel Meriva. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Meriva.
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, 2011 Opel Meriva, 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Meriva. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Meriva. 2003 Mercury Marauder has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Meriva 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 | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Marauder | Meriva |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |