1999 Mercury Villager vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 14 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 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 162 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Villager. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Villager | SLS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 575 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1623 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1262 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
