1998 Mercury Villager vs. 2003 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2003 Toyota Highlander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Villager (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Villager weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Highlander 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercury Villager | 2003 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Villager | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
