1998 Mercury Tracer vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada (275 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 947 kg more than 1998 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercury Tracer | 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Tracer | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
