2003 Isuzu Axiom vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Axiom is newer by 4 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Axiom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Axiom (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Isuzu Axiom 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, 2003 Isuzu Axiom 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, 2003 Isuzu Axiom (313 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Axiom | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Axiom | Villager |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
