2001 Ford Econovan vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Econovan | 993 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2280 mm |
