2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 780 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 2001 Ford F-150 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, 2001 Ford F-150 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Econovan | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3050 mm |
