1997 Mercury Mystique vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 218 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. 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, 1997 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane. 1997 Mercury Mystique has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mercury Mystique will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury Mystique | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mystique | Megane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
