2003 Kia Visto vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2003 Kia Visto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Kia Visto. 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, 1995 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Visto | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Visto | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
