2003 Ford Econovan vs. 2001 Ford EX
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econovan weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Econovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Econovan | 2001 Ford EX | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Econovan | EX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 567 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
