2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1432 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1990 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Expedition | Tracer |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 173 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |