2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2000 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 6 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 44 more horse power than 2006 Honda FR-V. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Villager weights approximately 319 kg more than 2006 Honda FR-V. 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, 2000 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda FR-V. 2000 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2006 Honda FR-V 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:
2006 Honda FR-V | 2000 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | FR-V | Villager |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |