1999 Mercury Mystique vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 8 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 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1999 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Mystique | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Mystique | 407 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |