1996 Mercury Villager vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 11 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Villager.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Villager | Frontier |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3200 mm |