1997 Mercury Tracer vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 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, 2006 Rover 75 (158 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 310 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.
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, 2006 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Tracer. 2006 Rover 75 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. 2006 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury Tracer | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mercury | Rover |
| Model | Tracer | 75 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
