2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 11 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (99 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 225 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Stilo | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
