2000 Audi S3 vs. 1997 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2000 Audi S3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Mystique. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1997 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 1997 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S3 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
