1998 Mercury Mystique vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 9 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 748 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.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercury Mystique | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mystique | Pajero |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |