1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1999 Mercury Mystique
To start off, both 1999 Kia Sportage 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 320 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Mercury Mystique (224 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1999 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Sportage | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
