2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 187 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Econovan | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
