1993 Holden Commodore 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 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 387 kg more than 1993 Holden Commodore.
Because 1993 Holden Commodore 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 1993 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager, 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, 1993 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Villager. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1993 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1993 Holden Commodore 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:
1993 Holden Commodore | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Commodore | Villager |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |