2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 5 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 100 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.
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, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan. 2007 BMW 320 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. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Econovan | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Econovan | 320 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2770 mm |