1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 25 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
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, 1992 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercury Tracer | 2005 Rover 25 | |
Make | Mercury | Rover |
Model | Tracer | 25 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |