2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2002 Ford Econovan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Econovan | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Econovan | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |