2000 Mercury Mystique vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 10 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 258 kg more than 2010 Ford Bantam. 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, 2000 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Mystique | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Mystique | Bantam |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |