2004 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 73 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Econovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Ford Escape (257 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Econovan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
