1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 is newer by 15 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 407 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 556 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.
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, 2009 Peugeot 407 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Mystique | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mystique | 407 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
