1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 2011 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford S-Max is newer by 17 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford S-Max weights approximately 501 kg more than 1994 Mercury Mystique.
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, 2011 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Mystique | 2011 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Mystique | S-Max |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
