2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-250 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford E-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | E-250 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
