1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2002 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 135 kg more than 2002 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 2002 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1295 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
