2005 GMC Canyon vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 702 kg more than 1993 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 GMC Canyon (252 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Canyon | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
