2003 Ford Econovan vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 305 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Econovan | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Econovan | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
