1999 Mercury Mystique vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 14 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 673 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.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 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, 2013 BMW X3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mystique. 2013 BMW X3 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. 2013 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Mystique | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Mystique | X3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
