2007 Ford F-150 vs. 2000 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Mystique.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mystique, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 2000 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | F-150 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2710 mm |
