1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercury Tracer | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Tracer | Tundra |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3710 mm |