1996 Dodge Avenger vs. 2000 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2000 Mercury Villager is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Villager weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Dodge Avenger. 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, 2000 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Avenger. 2000 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Avenger has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Avenger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Avenger | 2000 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Avenger | Villager |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |