1999 Mercury Villager vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Rover 75. 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, 2004 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Villager | 2004 Rover 75 | |
Make | Mercury | Rover |
Model | Villager | 75 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |