1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 13 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 15 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (112 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 230 kg more than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Tracer | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Tracer | Pajero |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1833 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |