2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2002 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 1 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 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 338 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan. 2003 Buick Blackhawk 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. 2003 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2002 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Blackhawk | Econovan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2210 mm |
