1993 Mercury Villager vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 150 kg more than 1993 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Villager | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Villager | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
