1999 Lexus LX vs. 1996 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1999 Lexus LX is newer by 3 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus LX weights approximately 630 kg more than 1996 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lexus LX 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:
| 1999 Lexus LX | 1996 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercury |
| Model | LX | Villager |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
