2007 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 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, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1999 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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:
2007 Chevrolet Colorado | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Colorado | Villager |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |