2000 Mercury Villager vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (201 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Villager. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Villager weights approximately 214 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 2000 Mercury Villager (271 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 2000 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Villager | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Mercury | Mercury |
Model | Villager | Mariner |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 271 Nm | 262 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |