2003 Ford Econovan vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2003 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Econovan | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Econovan | 220 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |