2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 830 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Mountaineer | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
