2008 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2003 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 5 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Marauder. (296 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Aspen.
Because 2008 Chrysler Aspen 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, 2008 Chrysler Aspen 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, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Marauder. (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Aspen | 2003 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Aspen | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |
