2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2009 Ford F-150

To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 329 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.

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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan. 2009 Ford F-150 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. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford Econovan 2009 Ford F-150
Make Ford Ford
Model Econovan F-150
Year Released 2002 2009
Body Type Van Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1789 cc 5408 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 311 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 138 Nm 495 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 966 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5590 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 3370 mm


 

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