2004 Ford Econovan vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econovan.
Because 2009 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Econovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Econovan | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Econovan | NP300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2960 mm |