1996 Mercury Villager vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Villager (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Villager weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2007 Toyota Hilux. 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 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Villager | Hilux |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3090 mm |