1998 Mercury Tracer vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 12 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 28 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 35 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, 2010 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercury Tracer | 2010 Renault Clio | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Tracer | Clio |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |