Mars Orange vs Parasite Brown

How close are they?

ΔE 6.9, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Parasite Brown is a little lighter than Mars Orange.

Can I use Parasite Brown instead of Mars Orange?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 7). Parasite Brown is a little lighter than Mars Orange.

Can I use Mars Orange instead of Parasite Brown?

The same difference applies the other way round: Mars Orange is a little darker.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.