2005 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (190 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Because 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Wrangler | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Wrangler | Villager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
