1998 Mercury Mystique vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 8 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 188 kg more than 1998 Mercury Mystique.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercury Mystique | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Mystique | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |