1998 Mercury Mystique vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 604 kg more than 1998 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercury Mystique | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mystique | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 382 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |