1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Econovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2210 mm |
