2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 635 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.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | E | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
