1996 Mercury Villager vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 8 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 35 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 2004 Nissan Murano 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, 2004 Nissan Murano 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 | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Villager | Murano |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
