2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1994 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 655 kg more than 1994 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Spark is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Spark 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, 1994 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1994 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Spark | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1857 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
