1997 Mercury Mystique vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 15 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 7 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (161 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
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, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury Mystique | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mystique | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2735 mm |
