2003 Mercury Marauder vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 9 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 201 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 785 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. 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, 2012 Mazda 2, 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2. 2003 Mercury Marauder has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda 2 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 | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Mercury | Mazda |
Model | Marauder | 2 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 205 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 |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |