2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Villager weights approximately 36 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer 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.
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2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Blazer | Villager |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |