2009 Ford Edge vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 16 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 276 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Edge | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
