1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 18 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (222 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 480 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford E-Series 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 2013 Ford E-Series. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Tracer | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Tracer | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 25 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3505 mm |
