2007 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2003 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 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 28 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 300 kg more than 2003 Mercury Marauder.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2003 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | ML | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
