2003 Kia Shuma vs. 1994 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2003 Kia Shuma 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 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 3 kg more than 2003 Kia Shuma.
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, 1994 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Shuma | 1994 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Shuma | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1857 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
