2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2002 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2002 Ford Econovan and 2002 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 555 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Suzuki Swift, 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, 2002 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Swift. (77 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 2002 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Econovan | Swift |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
