1996 Mercury Villager vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Villager weights approximately 480 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.
Because 2002 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Villager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Villager | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |