2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1998 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 635 kg more than 1998 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy 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:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 1998 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Envoy | Villager |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
