1997 Mercury Mystique vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Liana is newer by 4 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 66 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 78 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Liana. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercury Mystique | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Mystique | Liana |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |