1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 is newer by 14 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 673 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 2007 Volvo XC90 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Mystique | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Mystique | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 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 | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
