2007 Honda Element vs. 1997 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 10 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 587 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, 1997 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 400 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 1997 Mercury Mystique has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mercury Mystique will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 1997 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Element | Mystique |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |