2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1996 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 10 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Villager weights approximately 722 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 2006 Chevrolet SSR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1996 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | SSR | Villager |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
