2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 520 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jaguar S-Type 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 2009 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | S-Type | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
