1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 16 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 342 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.
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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Tracer | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Tracer | Murano |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
