1999 Mercury Villager vs. 1998 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki X90 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 681 kg more than 1998 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki X90 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki X90. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1998 Suzuki X90 has manual transmission. 1998 Suzuki X90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Villager | 1998 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Villager | X90 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
