2003 Ford Econovan vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan.
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, 2010 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Econovan | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Econovan | Ram |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2900 mm |
