2002 Ferrari Rossa vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 3 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Because 2002 Ferrari Rossa 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 2002 Ferrari Rossa. 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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Villager. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari Rossa has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari Rossa 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:
| 2002 Ferrari Rossa | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | Rossa | Villager |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
