2004 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox 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 3,423 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 615 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.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Equinox | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Equinox | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3423 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
