1997 Buick Century vs. 2002 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2002 Mercury Villager is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Century 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 3 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 265 kg more than 1997 Buick Century. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Century | 2002 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Century | Villager |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |