2004 Ford Econovan vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 414 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.
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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Econovan | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Econovan | 350Z |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |