1996 Mercury Mystique vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 14 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Mystique. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 488 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 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercury Mystique | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Mercury | GMC |
Model | Mystique | Canyon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 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 | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |