1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2000 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Tracer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 195 kg more than 1998 Citroen C 15. 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, 2000 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen C 15 | 2000 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | C 15 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |