1988 Citroen Axel vs. 2000 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Tracer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 320 kg more than 1988 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Axel | 2000 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Axel | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
