2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 365 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, 2009 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Econovan | 2009 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Econovan | IS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |