1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 17 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 19 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 152 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercury Tracer | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Mercury | Citroen |
Model | Tracer | C3 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |