1996 Mercury Mystique vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 378 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercury Mystique | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mystique | Aygo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |