2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 151 kg more than 1993 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Commander | Mystique |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 358 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 527 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |