2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2009 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2009 Lotus Evora 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan.
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 Lotus Evora (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 2009 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Econovan | Evora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
