1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 45 kg more than 1993 GMC Typhoon.
Because 1993 GMC Typhoon 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
1993 GMC Typhoon | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Typhoon | Villager |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |