2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2001 Mercury Villager is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 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 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Villager. 2001 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | 550 | Villager |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |