2009 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 10 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 5,461 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | R | Villager |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3276 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2860 mm |
