2003 Audi A2 vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2003 Audi A2 is newer by 8 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A2 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
