2005 GMC Canyon vs. 1969 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 198 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 1969 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Canyon | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
