2002 Ford Econoline vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Econoline (198 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econoline weights approximately 510 kg more than 2007 Ford Ranger. 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, 2002 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econoline | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Econoline | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3010 mm |
