2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1994 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 400 kg more than 1994 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1994 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Avalanche | Villager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
