1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1282 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.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Mystique | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Mystique | Touareg |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |