1999 Mercury Villager vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Villager 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 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Econovan 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 2001 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Villager | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Villager | Econovan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |