1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Megane (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Megane 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, 2010 Renault Megane (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Tracer | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Tracer | Megane |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
