1992 Mercury Villager vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 17 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 3,796 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 507 kg more than 1992 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Villager | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Villager | Routan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3080 mm |
