2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 1995 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 748 kg more than 1995 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Odyssey | 1995 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Odyssey | Mystique |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |