1999 Mercury Tracer vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2001 Opel Signum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 258 kg more than 1999 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, 2001 Opel Signum (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Tracer | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Tracer | Signum |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
