1995 Mercury Villager vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 10 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Villager. (149 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Villager weights approximately 68 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego 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 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Villager | Montego |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 203 HP |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
