1997 Mercury Tracer vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 15 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, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Tracer. 2012 Audi TT 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. 2012 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercury Tracer | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Mercury | Audi |
Model | Tracer | TT |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2469 mm |