2007 Jeep Compass vs. 2000 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Compass (180 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 460 kg more than 2000 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 Jeep Compass (488 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Compass | 2000 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Compass | Tracer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |