2003 Ford Explorer vs. 2000 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2003 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Explorer (236 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 297 kg more than 2000 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Explorer (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Explorer | 2000 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Explorer | Villager |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |