2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 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 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 381 kg more than 2001 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Colorado | Villager |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |