1998 Citroen AX vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer

To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 472 kg more than 1998 Citroen AX. 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, 1999 Mercury Tracer (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen AX.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Citroen AX 1999 Mercury Tracer
Make Citroen Mercury
Model AX Tracer
Year Released 1998 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 48 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 75 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 668 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 3510 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2510 mm


 

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