2009 Ford Maverick vs. 1998 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 11 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 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Maverick weights approximately 276 kg more than 1998 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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 Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Maverick | 1998 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Maverick | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 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 | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
