1995 Mercury Mystique vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 328 kg more than 1995 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercury Mystique | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mystique | Avalon |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |