2000 Mercury Tracer vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 10 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 813 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 2010 Jaguar XF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Tracer. 2010 Jaguar XF 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. 2010 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Tracer | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Mercury | Jaguar |
Model | Tracer | XF |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2908 mm |