1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (117 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xsara | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Xsara | Tracer |
Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |