1999 Mercury Mystique vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 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. 1999 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 467 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Mystique | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mystique | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
