2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo 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 75 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 580 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 550 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Stilo 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 Stilo | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Stilo | Villager |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |