2003 BMW 325 vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 13 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 380 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 325 | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 325 | Tracer |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |