2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 310 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.
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, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Econovan | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Econovan | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |