1996 Mercury Mystique vs. 2003 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Mystique (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 308 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, 2003 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercury Mystique | 2003 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Mercury | Daewoo |
| Model | Mystique | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
