2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1996 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 12 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 58 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.
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:
| 2008 Buick LaCrosse | 1996 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | LaCrosse | Villager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
