2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 166 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 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (308 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Cherokee | Villager |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |