1996 Eagle Vision vs. 2002 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2002 Mercury Villager is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Eagle Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Eagle Vision would be higher. At 3,274 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Eagle Vision (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Eagle Vision should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Eagle Vision.
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 Eagle Vision | 2002 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Eagle | Mercury |
| Model | Vision | Villager |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
