1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 607 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 607 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1995 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, 1999 Peugeot 607 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercury Tracer | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Tracer | 607 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2304 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |