2006 Ford Escape vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Marauder (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 836 kg more than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Because 1968 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 1968 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escape | Marauder |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 7003 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3160 mm |