1998 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 2 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, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Villager weights approximately 530 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
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:
1998 Honda Accord | 1996 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Accord | Villager |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |