2000 Mercury Mystique vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 6 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 2,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (91 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Mercury Mystique.
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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Mystique. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Mystique | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Mystique | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |