2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1993 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Villager weights approximately 19 kg more than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Villager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 1993 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Villager |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
