2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2000 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 4 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Villager weights approximately 267 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (278 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2000 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Villager |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
