2003 Ford Econovan vs. 2004 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2004 GAZ 3111 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 205 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, 2004 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Econovan | 2004 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Econovan | 3111 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |