1997 Mercury Villager vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram 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 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mercury | Dodge |
| Model | Villager | Ram |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3560 mm |
