2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (216 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1120 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 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | ML | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
