2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 8 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (354 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 356 kg more than 2000 Mercury Villager. 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Sierra | 2000 Mercury Villager | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Sierra | Villager |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 354 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2860 mm |