2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 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 Morgan Aero 8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Econovan | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2540 mm |
