2004 Ford Econovan vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econovan weights approximately 696 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. 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, 2004 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Econovan | 2010 Tata Nano | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Econovan | Nano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2230 mm |