2000 Mercury Mystique vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 144 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.

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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (425 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Mystique. 2008 Toyota Tundra 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. 2008 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mercury Mystique 2008 Toyota Tundra
Make Mercury Toyota
Model Mystique Tundra
Year Released 2000 2008
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1989 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 425 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1242 kg 1386 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3710 mm


 

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