2007 Ford Expedition vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2007 Ford Expedition is newer by 39 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 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Ford Expedition.
Because 2007 Ford Expedition 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, 2007 Ford Expedition 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, 2007 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Expedition | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Expedition | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3160 mm |
