2001 Mercury Villager vs. 1999 Nissan SUT
To start off, 2001 Mercury Villager is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan SUT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan SUT would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan SUT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Nissan SUT. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan SUT.
Because 1999 Nissan SUT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan SUT 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, 1999 Nissan SUT (372 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan SUT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Villager | 1999 Nissan SUT | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Villager | SUT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
