2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1969 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 37 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (172 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 215 kg more than 1969 Mercury Marauder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1969 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 85 L |
