1998 Mercury Villager vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 13 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, 2011 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Villager.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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 | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Villager | TT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2469 mm |
