1999 Mercury Villager vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF 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 54 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 685 kg more than 2003 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 MG TF 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 2003 MG TF. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2003 MG TF has manual transmission. 2003 MG TF 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 | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Villager | TF |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
