2002 Mercury Villager vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 8 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, both vehicles can yield 168 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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 @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercury Villager | 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Villager | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3274 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
