1996 Mercury Mystique vs. 1998 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 806 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Mystique (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 806. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 203 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercury Mystique | 1998 Peugeot 806 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Mystique | 806 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1760 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |