1999 Mercury Villager vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 5 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada (275 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 302 kg more than 1999 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Villager | 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Villager | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
