I was just wondering what the differences are, if any, between these two manufactures.

I’ve only had Mercruiser so have no experience with Volvo.

This question applies to both engines and legs.

Thanks for any information

Simon

I haven’t heard about the Volvo outdrives being more prone to problems, where did you hear that? Reginald

Sep 23

I have a Volvo DuoProp (similar to Merc’s Bravo 3) and have had no problems with it. I am told that the clutch on a Volvo is smoother and quieter than a Merc, but Merc is considered a great product.

There isn’t a lot of substantial difference in terms of engines, from what I have read. I believe the Volvo outdrives are more complicated, and therefore probably more prone to problems and more expensive repair bills.

The engines are all gm so there is really no difference there. The volvos have more recent engineering that the merc alphas. The later mercs and volves are more similar. The mercs have volume which makes parts and service cheap

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