1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 12 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 60 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Mystique | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mystique | 307 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
