1999 Mercury Villager vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 715 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Villager | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Villager | Yaris |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |