2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 133 kg more than 1999 Mercury Mystique.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 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, 1999 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 1999 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Panda | Mystique |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |