1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 13 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 27 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 37 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Mystique | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mercury | Seat |
| Model | Mystique | Leon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 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 | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
