2000 Mercury Mystique vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (193 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 2001 Toyota Altezza. 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Mystique. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercury Mystique has manual transmission. 2000 Mercury Mystique will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Mystique | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mystique | Altezza |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |