2008 Citroen C4 vs. 1996 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 1996 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C4 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
