2000 Mercury Tracer vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP) has 171 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 91 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 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Tracer. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Tracer | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Tracer | Touareg |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 280 HP |
Torque | 173 Nm | 361 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |