2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Mystique.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2000 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Ranger | Mystique |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |