2004 Mercury Marauder vs. 2010 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2010 Holden Cruze is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Marauder (302 HP) has 163 more horse power than 2010 Holden Cruze. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Cruze.
Because 2004 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 2004 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Holden Cruze, 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, 2004 Mercury Marauder (431 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Cruze. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Cruze. 2004 Mercury Marauder has automatic transmission and 2010 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2010 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Marauder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Marauder | 2010 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Marauder | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2685 mm |
