1999 Mercury Villager vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 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 35 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 189 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Villager | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Villager | 407 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |