2000 Mercury Tracer vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2004 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 430 kg more than 2000 Mercury Tracer. 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, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm). This means 2004 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Tracer | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Tracer | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
