1993 Mercury Villager vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 18 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Villager (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 45 kg more than 1993 Mercury Villager.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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.
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1993 Mercury Villager | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Villager | Captiva |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |