2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 220 kg more than 1990 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, 2001 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Xsara | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
