2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 140 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.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercury Mariner has manual transmission. 2009 Mercury Mariner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Mariner | Villager |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
