1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana 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. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Liana (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 65 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, 1995 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Tracer | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Tracer | Liana |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
