2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Tracer. 2008 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1998 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1998 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Charger | Tracer |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |