2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2002 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 1 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 501 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Because 2003 Ferrari 360 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 2003 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Villager. 2002 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2002 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 360 | Villager |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
