2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 1998 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Mystique.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 Mercedes-Benz Vito. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 1998 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | Vito | Mystique |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |