1999 Mercury Villager vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION is newer by 6 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 29 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 522 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION. 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) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Villager | 2005 Saturn ION | |
Make | Mercury | Saturn |
Model | Villager | ION |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 140 HP |
Torque | 271 Nm | 197 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |