1996 Mercury Villager vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 13 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 18 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Because 2009 Nissan NP300 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 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 | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Villager | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |
