2008 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 8 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2000 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2008 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Tracer. 2008 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 2000 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2000 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 325 | Tracer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 109 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |