2004 Ford Ranger vs. 2003 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 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 89 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 677 kg more than 2004 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Ranger 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, 2004 Ford Ranger 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, 2003 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm). This means 2003 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 2003 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Ranger | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
