1998 Mercury Villager vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 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 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 302 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 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Villager | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
