2004 Mercury Marauder vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Mercury Marauder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Marauder. (302 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Marauder. (431 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Marauder | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Marauder | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
