2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 544 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (383 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Econovan | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
