2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1996 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 253 kg more than 1996 Mercury Mystique.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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, 1996 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Tribute | 1996 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Tribute | Mystique |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |