2006 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1997 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX4 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (530 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Tracer. 2006 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1997 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1997 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti QX4 | 1997 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
Model | QX4 | Tracer |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |