2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1997 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Villager weights approximately 539 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Villager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1997 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | TrailBlazer | Villager |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4159 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |