2006 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
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, both vehicles can yield 174 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1999 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Civic | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
