2004 Ford Econovan vs. 2001 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Ford Econovan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econovan weights approximately 56 kg more than 2001 Mazda 626.
Because 2004 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 2004 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 626, 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, 2001 Mazda 626 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Econovan | 2001 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Econovan | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
