2007 Citroen C2 vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2. 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2. 2007 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1990 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C2 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |
