1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2003 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2003 Renault Koleos is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Renault Koleos. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Koleos weights approximately 711 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2003 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Koleos will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Koleos. (105 Nm). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2003 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Tracer | Koleos |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
