1996 Mercury Mystique vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 12 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 11 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1996 Mercury Mystique.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercury Mystique | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Mystique | 207 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |