1992 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2002 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2002 Mercury Villager is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,274 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 210 kg more than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2002 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Villager |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 3274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
