1996 Honda CRX vs. 1997 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1997 Mercury Villager is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Villager weights approximately 750 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
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 Honda CRX | 1997 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | CRX | Villager |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| 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 | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
