1999 Kia Shuma vs. 1999 Mercury Mystique
To start off, both 1999 Kia Shuma and 1999 Mercury Mystique were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 667 kg more than 1999 Kia Shuma.
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, 1999 Mercury Mystique (224 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (155 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Shuma | 1999 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Shuma | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
