2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1993 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 Grand Cherokee (411 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
