2007 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Voyager 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Voyager (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 900 kg more than 1998 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler Voyager (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Tracer. 2007 Chrysler Voyager 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 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Voyager | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Voyager | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
