1997 Mercury Villager vs. 2012 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2012 Opel Zafira is newer by 15 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, 2012 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Villager.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury Villager | 2012 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Villager | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
