2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 9 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Venga weights approximately 415 kg more 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, 2010 Kia Venga, 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, 2010 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Econovan | 2010 Kia Venga | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Econovan | Venga |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1710 kg |