2007 Audi A8 vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 12 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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, 2007 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A8 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |
