2005 Daewoo Rexton vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Rexton is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Rexton weights approximately 850 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Daewoo Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton 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, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Rexton | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercury |
| Model | Rexton | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
