1999 Mercury Tracer vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Mercury Tracer (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 307. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Tracer | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Tracer | 307 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
