1996 Mercury Mystique vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 758 kg more than 1996 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercury Mystique | 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mystique | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
