2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1997 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 378 kg more than 1997 Mercury Mystique.
Because 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 2009 Dodge Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1997 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Sprinter | Mystique |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2710 mm |