2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2001 Ford Econovan and 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer (177 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Econovan | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
