2003 Ford Econovan vs. 2003 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2003 Ford Econovan and 2003 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus IS weights approximately 105 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.
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 Lexus IS (196 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan. 2003 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Econovan | 2003 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Econovan | IS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |