1999 Mercury Villager vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo 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 120 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 817 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Lupo has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Villager | Lupo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 968 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2330 mm |