2003 Ford Econovan vs. 2001 Honda Stream
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Stream would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Stream weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Stream, 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, 2001 Honda Stream (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Econovan | 2001 Honda Stream | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Econovan | Stream |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |