2003 Ford Econovan vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econovan weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2003 Ford Econovan (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Econovan | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Econovan | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |