1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 1999 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 6 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 317 kg more than 1993 Mercury Mystique. 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, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (309 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Mystique | 1999 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Mystique | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
