1996 Audi A3 vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 1999 Mercury Tracer (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A3 | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A3 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |