1999 Mercury Tracer vs. 2003 Renault Scenic II
To start off, 2003 Renault Scenic II is newer by 4 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 13 more horse power than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Scenic II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Scenic II weights approximately 175 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Scenic II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Tracer | 2003 Renault Scenic II | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Tracer | Scenic II |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
