2006 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Villager weights approximately 580 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
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:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1995 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escape | Villager |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2960 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 | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
