2001 Mercury Villager vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (231 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 23 kg more than 2001 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (363 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Villager | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Villager | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 363 Nm |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1808 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |