1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 605 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 18 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 605. 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Mystique | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mystique | 605 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
