1999 Mercury Villager vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 12 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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Because 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (320 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Villager | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Mercury | Jeep |
Model | Villager | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1755 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2916 mm |