2000 Mercury Tracer vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 11 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (263 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 620 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Tracer. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Tracer | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tracer | C |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |