2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Villager weights approximately 387 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Camaro | Villager |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |