1998 Mercury Villager vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 15 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Villager weights approximately 95 kg more than 2013 Toyota Venza.
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 Mercury Villager | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Villager | Venza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2775 mm |