1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2001 Mercury Villager is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 245 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Mercedes-Benz E (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | E | Villager |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3606 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
