1997 Mercury Mystique vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Mystique (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 222 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury Mystique | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Mystique | Auris |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
