2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 730 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Econovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Econovan | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Econovan | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 4162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3190 mm |