1995 Mercury Villager vs. 1996 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1996 Subaru SVX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Villager weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Subaru SVX.
Because 1996 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX 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 Mercury Villager | 1996 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Villager | SVX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
