1994 Mercury Villager vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 11 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 236 kg more than 1994 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Villager | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Villager | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
