1995 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1997 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1997 Mercury Tracer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,459 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1995 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1995 Jeep Wrangler (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Jeep Wrangler | 1997 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Wrangler | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
