2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 9 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 322 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica.
Because 2008 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Pacifica | Villager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
