1997 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 2 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A4 weights approximately 90 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.
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 (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A4 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
