2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1996 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 9 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Villager weights approximately 292 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 1996 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Malibu | Villager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
