1995 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1998 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1998 Mercury Villager is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery 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:
1995 Land Rover Discovery | 1998 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
Model | Discovery | Villager |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |