2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1997 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Colorado | Tracer |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |