1999 Mercury Tracer vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 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 1 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 50 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Tracer | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Tracer | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |