2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 9 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 423 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Colorado | Tracer |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 146 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2510 mm |