2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 874 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 2004 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (495 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Suburban | Villager |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
