1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2000 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2000 Mercury Villager is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Villager weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Maranello.
Because 1998 Ferrari Maranello 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 1998 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Villager. 2000 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari Maranello | 2000 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | Maranello | Villager |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 479 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |