1991 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 225 kg more than 1991 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 1991 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1991 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Villager. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1991 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1991 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jeep Cherokee | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Cherokee | Villager |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3958 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
