2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2002 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Villager.
Because 2009 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 2002 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Sierra | Villager |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
