2004 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2000 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2004 Jaguar X-Type 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 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. (167 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Villager weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. 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, 2004 Jaguar X-Type (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Villager. 2000 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2004 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2004 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar X-Type | 2000 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | X-Type | Villager |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
