1999 Mercury Tracer vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 8 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, 2007 MG TF (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 40 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.
Because 2007 MG TF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 MG TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Tracer | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Tracer | TF |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
