2000 Mercury Villager vs. 2010 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2010 Holden Caprice 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Holden Caprice (344 HP) has 176 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Villager. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Villager.
Because 2010 Holden Caprice 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 2010 Holden Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2010 Holden Caprice (530 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm). This means 2010 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Villager | 2010 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Villager | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
