2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 490 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Econovan | Korando |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |
