2004 BMW 630 vs. 2002 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 481 kg more than 2002 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 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan. 2004 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 630 | 2002 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 630 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
