1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 13 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 96 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Mystique | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mystique | Citi |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1423 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
