1998 Mercury Tracer vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2007 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 9 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2007 Suzuki SX4 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, 2007 Suzuki SX4 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, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercury Tracer | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Tracer | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
