1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercury Tracer | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Tracer | Jetta |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |