1998 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 2002 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2002 Mercury Villager is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,274 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Isuzu VehiCross.
Because 1998 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Isuzu VehiCross | 2002 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
Model | VehiCross | Villager |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3163 cc | 3274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |