1999 Mercury Villager vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Villager (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 591 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Villager | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Villager | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |