2000 Mercury Mystique vs. 2000 Porsche RGT
To start off, both 2000 Mercury Mystique and 2000 Porsche RGT were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche RGT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche RGT (276 HP) has 147 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche RGT should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche RGT weights approximately 88 kg more than 2000 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Porsche RGT 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 2000 Porsche RGT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Porsche RGT (376 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche RGT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Mystique | 2000 Porsche RGT | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Mystique | RGT |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 276 HP |
Torque | 180 Nm | 376 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |