2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2003 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 6 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 230 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 885 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mercury Marauder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 2003 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | i10 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 72 L |
