2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 88 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 2008 Chrysler 300 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | 300 | Villager |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5652 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |