1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 219 kg more than 1993 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Tracer | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Tracer | Toledo |
Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |