1995 Mercury Mystique vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 708 kg more than 1995 Mercury Mystique.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Montero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercury Mystique | 2002 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mystique | Montero |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |