1997 Kia Avella vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 185 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Avella | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
