2007 Ford Ikon vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 615 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ikon | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Ikon | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
