2004 Ford Econovan vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 6 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 194 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Econovan | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Econovan | Z4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2497 mm |