2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1997 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Villager weights approximately 122 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
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.
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2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1997 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Venture | Villager |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |