2001 Ford Econoline vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econoline.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Econoline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econoline | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Econoline | Venza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2780 mm |
