2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Villager.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram | 1996 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Ram | Villager |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2860 mm |
