1998 Mercury Villager vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2002 TVR Tamora is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Villager weights approximately 770 kg more than 2002 TVR Tamora.
Because 2002 TVR Tamora 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 2002 TVR Tamora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercury Villager | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Mercury | TVR |
Model | Villager | Tamora |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |