1999 Mercury Mystique vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 12 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. Both 1999 Mercury Mystique and 2011 Lexus IS are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS.
Because 2011 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mystique, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Lexus IS (251 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mystique. (224 Nm). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Mystique | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Mercury | Lexus |
| Model | Mystique | IS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2728 mm |
