2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 920 kg more than 1993 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Terracan | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Terracan | Mystique |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2900 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |