2003 Dodge Caravan vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2003 Dodge Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Caravan (146 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 610 kg more than 1999 Mercury Tracer. 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, 2003 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Caravan | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Caravan | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
