1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo 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:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Dardo | Villager |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |