1997 Mercury Mystique vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 6 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Mystique (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 78 kg more than 1997 Mercury Mystique.
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 (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercury Mystique | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Mystique | Altea |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |