1999 Mercury Villager vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 8 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 65 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 417 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 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Villager | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Villager | Multivan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |