1996 Mercury Villager vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada 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:
1996 Mercury Villager | 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
Model | Villager | Bravada |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |