2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 4 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 33 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Trans Sport | Villager |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |