1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2005 Saturn Relay is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Relay (200 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 868 kg more than 1994 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay 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 Saturn Relay (299 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Mystique | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Mercury | Saturn |
| Model | Mystique | Relay |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3080 mm |
