1994 Eagle Summit vs. 2003 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econovan weights approximately 70 kg more than 1994 Eagle Summit.
Because 2003 Ford Econovan 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 2003 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Eagle Summit, 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, 1994 Eagle Summit (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Eagle Summit | 2003 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Eagle | Ford |
| Model | Summit | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
