1999 Mercury Tracer vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 11 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 393 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (170 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Tracer | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Mercury | Kia |
| Model | Tracer | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
