2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 11 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 302 kg more than 1998 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C5 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
