2002 Ford Econovan vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4.
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, 1996 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Econovan | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Econovan | 4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |