1998 Mercury Villager vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (280 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Villager. (149 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Villager weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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:
| 1998 Mercury Villager | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Villager | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 280 HP |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
