2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 8 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 3 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Because 2002 Ford Econovan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Econovan | Cube |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
