2001 Mercury Villager vs. 2003 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 306 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 575 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 306. 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, 2001 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 306. 2001 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 306 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Villager | 2003 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Villager | 306 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
