1992 Mercury Villager vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Villager weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Villager | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Villager | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
