2001 Ford Econoline vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 12 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, 2001 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 491 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econoline | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Econoline | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3246 mm |
