2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1995 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 14 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Villager weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Because 2009 Cadillac STS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Villager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1995 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | STS | Villager |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
