2005 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 9 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Mystique (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 56 kg more than 1996 Mercury Mystique.
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, 2005 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 1996 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Focus | Mystique |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |