1996 Mercury Mystique vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 10 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Mystique. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 293 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.
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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercury Mystique | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mystique | 407 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
