2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Tracer (109 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 610 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Optra | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Optra | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
