2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 644 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Econovan | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Econovan | Explorer |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3200 mm |