1999 Mercury Villager vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 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 9 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 307 kg more than 2003 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V 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, 2003 Honda CR-V 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) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Villager | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Mercury | Honda |
Model | Villager | CR-V |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |