1998 Mercury Villager vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 10 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Titan weights approximately 605 kg more than 1998 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Villager | Titan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 4060 mm |