2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2000 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 9 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Villager weights approximately 640 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2000 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Traverse | Villager |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |