2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1999 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Mercury Tracer (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C5 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
