1997 Mercury Tracer vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 9 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 12 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio. 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, 1997 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury Tracer | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Tracer | Clio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
