2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
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 Kia Forte, 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 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Econovan | Forte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2649 mm |
