2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2003 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 2 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Marauder. (296 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Mercury Marauder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi Allroad. (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 2003 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Allroad | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
