2005 Ford Galaxy vs. 2000 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2005 Ford Galaxy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Galaxy (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 543 kg more than 2000 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Galaxy (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Galaxy | 2000 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Galaxy | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1683 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
