1999 Mercury Villager vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 11 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 8 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 407. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 407. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 407. (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 407. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2010 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2010 Peugeot 407 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 | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Villager | 407 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |