2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1999 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | E | Villager |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |