1998 Mercury Tracer vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 7 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 58 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercury Tracer | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Tracer | 307 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1560 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 |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |