2003 Ford Econovan vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, both 2003 Ford Econovan and 2003 Subaru R2 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (52 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econovan weights approximately 515 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. 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, 2003 Subaru R2, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (63 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Econovan | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Econovan | R2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
