1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2002 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2002 Mercury Villager is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (215 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Villager. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (298 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2002 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Villager |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
