2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2000 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 2001 Ford Econovan 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 2001 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 2000 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Econovan | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
