1994 Ford Tracer vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Echo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tracer. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tracer.
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, 2003 Toyota Echo (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tracer. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tracer | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tracer | Echo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
