2004 Ford Econovan vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2004 Ford Econovan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econovan weights approximately 88 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Equator (160 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Econovan | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Econovan | Equator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3260 mm |
