1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 12 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 162 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206. 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, 1994 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Mystique | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mystique | 206 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
