1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 2008 Rover 25
To start off, 2008 Rover 25 is newer by 14 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Rover 25. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 112 kg more than 2008 Rover 25. 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, 2008 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Mystique | 2008 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Mercury | Rover |
| Model | Mystique | 25 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
