2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan.
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 Suzuki SX4 (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan. 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Econovan | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Econovan | SX4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |