2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 560 kg more than 1996 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Silverado | Villager |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
