2001 Ford Econoline vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Ford Econoline. 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econoline | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Econoline | Titan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 4060 mm |
