2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 7 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, 1999 Mercury Villager (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 490 kg more than 2006 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Doblo | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Doblo | Villager |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |