2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 307 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Mystique. 2006 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1998 Mercury Mystique has manual transmission. 1998 Mercury Mystique will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1998 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Panda | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
