2001 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2001 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Cherokee (121 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 290 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2001 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer. 2001 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1990 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Cherokee | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Cherokee | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
