2000 Mercury Tracer vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 5 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, 2000 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206.
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, 2000 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206. 2005 Peugeot 206 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 2000 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Peugeot 206 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Tracer | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Tracer | 206 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |