2000 Mercury Villager vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 10 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 33 kg more than 2000 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Cadillac DTS (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Villager | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
Make | Mercury | Cadillac |
Model | Villager | DTS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5273 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2936 mm |