1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 9 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 750 kg more than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Tracer | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
Model | Tracer | Rexton |
Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |