2001 Holden UTE vs. 2002 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2002 Mercury Villager is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden UTE would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 Holden UTE.
Because 2001 Holden UTE 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 2001 Holden UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2001 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden UTE | 2002 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | UTE | Villager |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |