1997 Mercury Mystique vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 14 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Mystique. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 566 kg more than 1997 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Xterra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan Xterra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercury Mystique | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Mystique | Xterra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1879 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |