2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 6 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 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan.
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, 2007 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan. 2007 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Econovan | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3040 mm |
