2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2007 Bentley Azure 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 2007 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 702 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Tracer. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1998 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1998 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Bentley | Mercury |
Model | Azure | Tracer |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2510 mm |