2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 192 kg more than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3160 mm |
