2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2002 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercury Villager (271 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm). This means 2002 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2002 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Villager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
