2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Because 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Econovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Econovan | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Econovan | Venza |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |