1994 Mercury Tracer vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 11 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206.
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, 1994 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Tracer | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Tracer | 206 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1857 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |