2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon 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 30 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 639 kg more than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Canyon | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 7003 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3160 mm |
