1995 Mercury Villager vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 15 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1995 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Villager | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2774 mm |
