2007 Citroen C8 vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C8 (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 643 kg more than 1999 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 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C8 | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C8 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
