2000 Mercury Mystique vs. 2005 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 5 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 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Aerio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Mystique | 2005 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Mystique | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
