1998 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1998 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A4 weights approximately 440 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, 1998 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A4 | 1997 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A4 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |