2008 BMW 323 vs. 2004 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2008 BMW 323 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Marauder (302 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2008 BMW 323. (176 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 BMW 323. 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, 2004 Mercury Marauder (431 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 323. 2004 Mercury Marauder has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Marauder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 323 | 2004 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 323 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4605 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
