1999 Mercury Villager vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2004 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Saab 03-Sep.
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) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (264 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Villager | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Villager | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
