2001 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Villager weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 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.
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2001 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Silverado | Villager |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |