2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1999 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mystique.
Because 2008 Ford F-450 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 2008 Ford F-450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 701 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 1999 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | F-450 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2710 mm |
