1999 Mercury Mystique vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 10 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 238 kg more than 1999 Mercury Mystique.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mystique. (224 Nm). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mystique. 2009 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercury Mystique has manual transmission. 1999 Mercury Mystique will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Mystique | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
| Model | Mystique | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 183 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
