1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 11 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 30 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 177 kg more than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Mystique | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mystique | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
