1996 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Mercury Villager
To start off, both 1996 Audi A3 and 1996 Mercury Villager were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Villager (149 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Villager weights approximately 666 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1996 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A3 | Villager |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 149 HP |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
