2005 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 6 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 380 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 2005 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Pacifica | Villager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
