1993 Mercury Villager vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 19 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Villager weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
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:
| 1993 Mercury Villager | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Mercury | Buick |
| Model | Villager | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2837 mm |
