1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 2005 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2005 Saab 9-7X is newer by 10 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 9-7X (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2005 Saab 9-7X 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, 2005 Saab 9-7X 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, 2005 Saab 9-7X (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Tracer | 2005 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Tracer | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
