2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 11 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 290 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Econovan | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Econovan | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |