2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1994 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 11 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1973 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 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1994 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Excursion | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
