1997 Mercury Villager vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Villager weights approximately 395 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.
Because 2002 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury Villager | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Villager | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
