2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1996 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 590 kg more than 1996 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Mercury Mountaineer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1996 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Mercury | Mercury |
Model | Mountaineer | Mystique |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |