1997 Mercury MC4 vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon

To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury MC4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury MC4 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercury MC4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury MC4 (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury MC4 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Actyon.

Because 2007 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercury MC4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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, 1997 Mercury MC4 (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury MC4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. 1997 Mercury MC4 has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Actyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mercury MC4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Mercury MC4 2007 SsangYong Actyon
Make Mercury SsangYong
Model MC4 Actyon
Year Released 1997 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 2300 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 387 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats


 

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