1997 Mercury Tracer vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 8 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 601 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 2005 Volvo XC70 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, 2005 Volvo XC70 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, 2005 Volvo XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Tracer. 2005 Volvo XC70 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. 2005 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury Tracer | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Tracer | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
