2009 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 340 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
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 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | B | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
