1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 19 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Tracer | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tracer | ML |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2916 mm |
