2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1995 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1398 kg more than 1995 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford F-250 | 1995 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | F-250 | Mystique |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |