2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1997 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1091 kg more than 1997 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 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 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Tracer. 2009 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 1997 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1997 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1997 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercury |
| Model | H3 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
