1998 Mercury Tracer vs. 2004 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 1007 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Tracer (109 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 1007. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1998 Mercury Tracer.
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 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 1007. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 1007. 2004 Peugeot 1007 has automatic transmission and 1998 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1998 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Peugeot 1007 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercury Tracer | 2004 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Tracer | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
