2008 Citroen C4 vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 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 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Villager (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Citroen C4. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C4 | Villager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
