1992 Jaguar XJR vs. 2000 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Tracer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 684 kg more than 2000 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Jaguar XJR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Tracer. 1992 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 2000 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR | 2000 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | XJR | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
