2006 Ford Escape vs. 1970 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 751 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 1970 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1970 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 | 1970 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escape | Marauder |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1995 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 |