2002 MCC Smart vs. 1997 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2002 MCC Smart | 1997 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | MCC | Mercury |
Model | Smart | Tracer |
Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |