1997 Ford Aerostar vs. 2000 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2000 Mercury Villager is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Aerostar 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 35 more horse power than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Villager weights approximately 270 kg more than 1997 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Villager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Aerostar | 2000 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Aerostar | Villager |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |