Why Mercury for your Outboard

[Mikey]

Recently i have been to a couple of boat/fishing shows and have heard Yamaha vs Mercury. the same old story as Ford or Chevy. Well as it turns out i have owned both and did some research on the two. Both are great engines and both are very similar in sizes and weights.
How ever the mercury set up has a few things that are better, one is the Corrosion factor. This factor in lame mans terms is it basically has a hard anodizing over the entire motor. Thus making it a better Salt Water set. Two is the internal engine design, the Mercury has a longer stroke and larger bore. This said more efficient for power and fuel economy. with these 2 things said and having gone from a Yamaha to Mercury. Granted 2 stroke to 4 stoke, the smoothness and quietness of the mercury is bar none as well the service is very easy. I do how ever recommend taking it to a shop, like Quality Performance Marine. As well the service is being done they can connect to the computer and do a quick diagnostic review and see any issues, preventive maintenance! Also the warranty factor, Mercury offers a corrosion detail that Yamaha does not, as well the 3 year standard warranty from Mercury can be extended to go up to 8 years!
So all in all In My Honest Opinion The mercury is a better product with better warranty, to stand behind without a said Limited warranty is a big statement as well the performance factor.

                                     Here are the specs for 150 hp motors
Power 150 hp

Dry Weight 455 lbs     Displacement 183.1 cu. in.
Max. Engine Speed
5,800
RPM
Detailed Specs
Trim and Steering
Tilt/Trim Type
Power
Number of Trim Positions
3
Steering Method
Manual
Power
Shaft Length(s) Available
20 in
25 in
Engine Details
Available Colors
Phantom Black
Series
FourStroke
Engine Type
I-4
Engine Stroke
4-stroke
Fuel Delivery
Fuel-Injected
Number of Valves
8
Starting
Electric
Alternator Amperage
60 amps
Gear Ratio
1.92:1
Fuel and Oil
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Recommended Fuel
87 octane
Recommended Oil
Mercury FourStroke Oil 10W-30
Emissions and Warranty
Length of Warranty
3
years
Warranty Type
Non-Declining

Power 150 hp Dry Weight 480 lbs Displacement 162.9cu. in.

Max. Engine Speed
6,000
RPM

Detailed Specs
Trim and Steering
Min. Trim Angle
-4°
Max. Trim Angle
16°
Max. Steering Angle
32°
Tilt/Trim Type
Power
Number of Trim Positions
3
Shaft Length(s) Available
20 in
25 in
Engine Details
Series
Inline-Four
Engine Type
I-4
Engine Stroke
4-stroke
Fuel Delivery
Fuel-Injected
Valvetrain
DOHC
Number of Valves
16
Starting
Electric
Alternator Amperage
35 amps
Gear Ratio
2:1
Fuel and Oil
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Fuel Tank Capacity
1.19 gal
Recommended Fuel
87 octane
Recommended Oil
Yamalube 4M
Emissions and Warranty
CARB Compliance
3
out of 3 stars

Length of Warranty
3
years
Warranty Type
Limited