1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 2004 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2004 Rover Streetwise 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 23 more horse power than 2004 Rover Streetwise. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 350 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, 2004 Rover Streetwise (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Tracer | 2004 Rover Streetwise | |
Make | Mercury | Rover |
Model | Tracer | Streetwise |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |