1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 11 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 16 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 620 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Tracer | 2004 Renault Megane | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Tracer | Megane |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |