1994 Mercury Tracer vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 206 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 206 (174 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 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, 2003 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Tracer | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Tracer | 206 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1857 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
