1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 206 is newer by 10 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 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 188 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206. 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, 1993 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Tracer | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Tracer | 206 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
