2004 Ford Econovan vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 318 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, 2010 Honda Accord, 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, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan. 2010 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Econovan | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Econovan | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2799 mm |