2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 440 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. 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, 2001 Mercury Villager (271 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (240 Nm). This means 2001 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 6 | Villager |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
