2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (630 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 760 kg more than 1998 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Bugatti | Mercury |
Model | Veyron | Tracer |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 630 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |