1998 Mercury Villager vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 8 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mercury | Mercury |
Model | Villager | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |