2003 Ford Explorer vs. 1994 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2003 Ford Explorer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 3,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Explorer (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 708 kg more than 1994 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford Explorer (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Explorer | 1994 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Explorer | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
