2000 Ford Econoline vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Econoline weights approximately 562 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Because 2000 Ford Econoline 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 2000 Ford Econoline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Econoline | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Econoline | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1763 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2797 mm |
