1994 Mercury Villager vs. 2004 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mariner is newer by 10 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mariner (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Villager weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mariner.
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:
| 1994 Mercury Villager | 2004 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Villager | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
