2001 Mazda MPV vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2001 Mazda MPV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MPV. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MPV weights approximately 500 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
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, 2001 Mazda MPV (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda MPV | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | MPV | Tracer |
Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |