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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 27 kg more than 2009 Renault Scenic.
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 (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 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. 2009 Renault Scenic has automatic transmission and 1998 Mercury Mystique has manual transmission. 1998 Mercury Mystique will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Scenic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| 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 |
