1998 Mercury Tracer vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 14 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 404 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, both vehicles can yield 173 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercury Tracer | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Tracer | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2911 mm |