1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 2007 Renault Modus
To start off, 2007 Renault Modus is newer by 12 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Renault Modus. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Modus weights approximately 145 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
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 (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Modus. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Tracer | 2007 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Tracer | Modus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
