2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 270 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
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, 1995 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | Vaneo | Tracer |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |