2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 70 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 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Santa Fe | Villager |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |