2000 Ariel Atom vs. 2003 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econovan weights approximately 835 kg more than 2000 Ariel Atom.
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, 2000 Ariel Atom (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 2003 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Ariel | Ford |
| Model | Atom | Econovan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2210 mm |
