2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1997 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2006 Citroen Berlingo 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 127 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen Berlingo | 1997 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Berlingo | Tracer |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |