2001 Mercury Villager vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner
To start off, 2001 Mercury Villager is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 567 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner. (164 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner. 2001 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner has manual transmission. 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Villager | 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Villager | Space Runner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
