2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2003 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Marauder. (296 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 256 kg more than 2003 Mercury Marauder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Marauder. (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2003 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Sierra | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |
