2005 GMC Savana vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 15 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1437 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Savana | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2510 mm |
