1999 Mercury Villager vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, 2004 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40 (170 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 530 kg more than 2004 Volvo S40.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S40. (240 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Villager | 2004 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Villager | S40 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |