1999 Mercury Mystique vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Mystique would be higher. 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. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 527 kg more than 1999 Mercury Mystique.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (385 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mystique. (224 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Mystique | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mystique | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
