2002 Mazda 2 vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2002 Mazda 2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 2 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda 2 | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 2 | Tracer |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |