1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 2009 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 607 is newer by 17 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 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 607 (161 HP @ 5875 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer. 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, 2009 Peugeot 607 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Tracer | 2009 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Tracer | 607 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5875 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
