mercury versus suzuki?

[heijkant]

I am going to buy a 4 stroke long tale 30hp outboard.<br />electric starter and remote.<br />I try to compare the suzuki 30qrl and the mercury 30hp.<br /><br />Can somebody advice me what to buy and explaine why.<br /><br />thanks in advance

 

[JB]

Re: mercury versus suzuki?

Howdy Hiejkant.<br /><br />Both are good engines. <br /><br />I understand that the Merc is computer controlled and fuel injected. I believe that the Suzi is carbed.<br /><br />That would cause me to select the Merc.<br />

 

[FlyBoyMark]

Re: mercury versus suzuki?

They are both great engines, I have worked around both of them and I would choose<br />Merc simply because its mostly American made and parts availability......If I could not have Mec I would own a 'Zuki before any other outboard as a second choice

 

[j2nh]

Re: mercury versus suzuki?

Picked up my Merc 02 30hp ELPT last night. First impressions are very favorable. I traded a 00 Merc 30 ELPTO for it. Little less power but the starting, idling and quietness more than make up for any loss. I was a tiny bit hesitant because this is the first year for EFI but really wanted a four stroke and the Merc dealer is just down the street. I have not heard of any problems with this model yet. Probably can't miss with either.<br />Regards<br />Jim