1994 Mercury Villager vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Villager (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 108 kg more than 1994 Mercury Villager.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero 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:
| 1994 Mercury Villager | 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Villager | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1908 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
