2003 Jaguar XJ vs. 2000 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 475 kg more than 2000 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Jaguar XJ 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 2003 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2003 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Tracer. 2003 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 2000 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar XJ | 2000 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | XJ | Tracer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2510 mm |