2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger 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 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Villager weights approximately 819 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger. 2000 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ranger | 2000 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Ranger | Villager |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |