1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 2005 Seat Altea

To start off, 2005 Seat Altea 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 188 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, 2005 Seat Altea (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Mercury Mystique 2005 Seat Altea
Make Mercury Seat
Model Mystique Altea
Year Released 1993 2005
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1989 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1242 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2600 mm


 

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