2007 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Suburban | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Suburban | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
