1997 Mercury Tracer vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 6 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, 1997 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. 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, 2003 Suzuki Ignis (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury Tracer | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Tracer | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
