1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 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 (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Tracer | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Tracer | 206 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
