2005 Mercury Marauder vs. 2003 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2005 Mercury Marauder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Cruze 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 231 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 900 kg more than 2003 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Cruze 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, 2005 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Marauder | 2003 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Marauder | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
