2009 BMW X6 vs. 2000 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 9 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 1005 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.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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, 2009 BMW X6 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Tracer. 2009 BMW X6 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. 2009 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2000 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | X6 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
