2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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), 2012 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2012 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan. 2012 Toyota Corolla 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. 2012 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Econovan | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Econovan | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
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 | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2601 mm |