2006 Lexus RX vs. 2003 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Marauder (296 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 338 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX 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, 2003 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 2003 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercury |
| Model | RX | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3308 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |
