2004 Ford Econovan vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econovan weights approximately 326 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2009 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Econovan | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Econovan | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4050 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |