2006 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2002 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 4 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Grandeur (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur.
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, 2006 Hyundai Grandeur (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Grandeur | 2002 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Grandeur | Villager |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |