2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 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), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 329 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
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, 2009 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Econovan | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Econovan | Mustang |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
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 | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |