2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Mercury Marauder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Marauder (303 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. 2005 Mercury Marauder has automatic transmission and 2004 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Marauder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | C | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
