1999 Mercury Tracer vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 7 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 46 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza. 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, 1999 Mercury Tracer (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Tracer | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Tracer | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |