1997 Mercury Villager vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Villager (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 Mercury Villager.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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:
| 1997 Mercury Villager | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
| Model | Villager | Korando |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
