Chevrolet Astro vs Mercury Villager
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2002 Mercury Villager
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet AstroBase | Mercury VillagerValue |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Value |
| Body style | Minivan | Minivan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2005 | 2002 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet AstroBase | Mercury VillagerValue |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $22,930 | $19,340 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet AstroBase | Mercury VillagerValue |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 MPG | 17 MPG |
| City MPG | 15 MPG | 15 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 27 gal (best) | 20 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet AstroBase | Mercury VillagerValue |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 190 hp (best) | 170 hp |
| Torque | 250 lb-ft (best) | 200 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.3 L (best) | 3.3 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet AstroBase | Mercury VillagerValue |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 170.4 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | 5,700 lbs (best) | 3,500 lbs |
| Payload | 1,647 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,953 lbs (best) | 3,997 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.8 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 112.2 in (best) |
| Length | 189.8 in | 194.9 in (best) |
| Width | 77.5 in (best) | 74.9 in |
| Height | 75 in (best) | 70.1 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet AstroBase | Mercury VillagerValue |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 3 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet Astro | Mercury Villager |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $22,930 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Value $19,340 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $24,430 MSRP | Sport $24,340 MSRP |
| 3 | Base $25,430 MSRP | Sport Plus $25,340 MSRP |
| 4 | Base $26,430 MSRP | Estate $26,340 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Estate Premium $27,340 MSRP |
Chevrolet Astro vs Mercury Villager FAQ
- Which is better: 2005 Chevrolet Astro or 2002 Mercury Villager?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2005 Chevrolet Astro vs 2002 Mercury Villager on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2005 Chevrolet Astro or 2002 Mercury Villager?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2002 Mercury Villager starts lower at $19,340.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2005 Chevrolet Astro or 2002 Mercury Villager?
- The 2002 Mercury Villager leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (19,340).
- Which has better horsepower: 2005 Chevrolet Astro or 2002 Mercury Villager?
- The 2005 Chevrolet Astro leads on horsepower in this comparison (190).
- Which has better seats: 2005 Chevrolet Astro or 2002 Mercury Villager?
- The 2005 Chevrolet Astro leads on seats in this comparison (8).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2005 Chevrolet Astro or 2002 Mercury Villager?
- The 2005 Chevrolet Astro leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,700).