1998 Mercury Mystique vs. 2009 Renault Scenic

To start off, 2009 Renault Scenic is newer by 11 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Renault Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 27 kg more than 2009 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2009 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Mystique.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Mercury Mystique 2009 Renault Scenic
Make Mercury Renault
Model Mystique Scenic
Year Released 1998 2009
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1989 cc 1868 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1242 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2690 mm


 

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