2000 Mercury Tracer vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 7 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1020 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.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Tracer | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Tracer | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |