2004 Ford Econovan vs. 2001 Oldsmobile O4
To start off, 2004 Ford Econovan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile O4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile O4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile O4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile O4 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2004 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Oldsmobile O4, 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 Oldsmobile O4 (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile O4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Econovan | 2001 Oldsmobile O4 | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Econovan | O4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
