2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1997 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 255 kg more than 1997 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Jeep Wrangler | 1997 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Wrangler | Tracer |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |