2005 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1992 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Astro 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 2005 Chevrolet Astro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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:
| 2005 Chevrolet Astro | 1992 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Astro | Villager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | 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 | 187 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
