1997 Mercury Mystique vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 15 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (153 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 85 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 (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercury Mystique | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Mercury | Honda |
Model | Mystique | Accord |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |