1996 Mercury Mystique vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Liana is newer by 8 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 20 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 112 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Liana. 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, 1996 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercury Mystique | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Mystique | Liana |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 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 | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
