1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 15 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1993 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Tracer | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
Model | Tracer | Rodius |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |