2002 Ford Econovan vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Econovan | 968 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
