2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1997 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 2,701 cc, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1033 kg more than 1997 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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 1997 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Sprinter | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2544 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2346 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2710 mm |
