2000 Mercury Villager vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 12 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 77 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.
Because 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Villager. 2000 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2012 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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:
2000 Mercury Villager | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Mercury | Jeep |
Model | Villager | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1862 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3881 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1826 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2423 mm |