1997 Mercury Tracer vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 190 kg more than 1997 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Tracer. 2001 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1997 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1997 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercury Tracer | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Mercury | Honda |
Model | Tracer | S-MX |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |