2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 658 kg more than 1993 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Town & Country | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
