2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 239 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 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Econovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Econovan | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3090 mm |
