1994 Citroen AX vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 1 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 79 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 432 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. 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 (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | AX | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
