1991 Mercury Tracer vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 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, 2013 BMW X3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercury Tracer | 2013 BMW X3 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Tracer | X3 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2098 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |