2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 4 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 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (151 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
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, 2006 Ford Focus, 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, 2006 Ford Focus (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Econovan | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Econovan | Focus |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2262 cc |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |