1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, 1999 Renault Scenic 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 385 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1999 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic 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, 1999 Renault Scenic (260 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Tracer | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Tracer | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
