1999 Mercury Villager vs. 2004 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2004 Peugeot Partner 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 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Villager (169 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 715 kg more than 2004 Peugeot Partner. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot Partner. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2004 Peugeot Partner has manual transmission. 2004 Peugeot Partner 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 | 2004 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Villager | Partner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
