1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 17 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, 2010 Seat Exeo (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 87 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, 2010 Seat Exeo (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Mystique | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Mystique | Exeo |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2642 mm |