2007 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 78 kg more than 2000 Mercury Tracer.
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, 2000 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2000 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Focus | Tracer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |