1996 Mercury Villager vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 17 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Villager weights approximately 9 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
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1996 Mercury Villager | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Villager | XC60 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2774 mm |