2002 Ford Econovan vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Pickup (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 475 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.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Econovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Econovan | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Econovan | Pickup |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2960 mm |