2003 Honda Element vs. 1994 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2003 Honda Element is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Element weights approximately 535 kg more than 1994 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 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Element | 1994 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Element | Tracer |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1857 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |