2004 Honda Element vs. 2002 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 2 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 3,274 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. 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, 2002 Mercury Villager (271 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2002 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2002 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Element | Villager |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |