1999 Mercury Villager vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy 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 70 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (99 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 335 kg more than 1999 Mercury Villager.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Villager | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Villager | Caddy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |