1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 9 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 2,374 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 375 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Tracer | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tracer | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
