2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu I-290 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Econovan | I-290 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3200 mm |
