1998 Mercury Villager vs. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 785 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 2011 Bentley Mulsanne 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 2011 Bentley Mulsanne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercury Villager | 2011 Bentley Mulsanne | |
Make | Mercury | Bentley |
Model | Villager | Mulsanne |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3266 mm |