2006 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 400 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | ML | Villager |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |