1994 Mercury Tracer vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 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 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 285 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru R2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 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, 1994 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Tracer | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Tracer | R2 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1857 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
