1999 Mercury Villager vs. 2003 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Swift 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 117 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Swift. 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, 1999 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2003 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2003 Suzuki Swift 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 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Villager | Swift |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
