2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1994 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1386 kg more than 1994 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1994 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Express | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1857 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |
