1998 Mercury Tracer vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 252 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.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercury Tracer | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Tracer | Laguna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |