1999 Mercury Villager vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 9 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra.
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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Villager | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Villager | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
