1999 Mercury Villager vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Villager (169 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 285 kg more than 1998 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mercury Villager (271 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Villager | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | Villager | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
