2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1994 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Villager weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1994 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Santa Fe | Villager |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
