2002 Mercury Villager vs. 2004 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2004 Saturn Vue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,274 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Villager (168 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Saturn Vue. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 Saturn Vue. 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, 2002 Mercury Villager (271 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm). This means 2002 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercury Villager | 2004 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Mercury | Saturn |
| Model | Villager | Vue |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3274 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
