2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 2 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG TF (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 345 kg more than 2003 MG TF.
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, 2001 Ford Econovan (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Econovan | TF |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2380 mm |
