2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Marauder (303 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 487 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4. 2005 Mercury Marauder has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Marauder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 2005 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | Z4 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
