2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 1995 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 13 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Villager weights approximately 444 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
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 Honda Odyssey | 1995 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Odyssey | Villager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
