2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 749 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.
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, 2012 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan. 2012 Dodge Durango 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. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Econovan | Durango |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3043 mm |
