2005 Ford Econovan vs. 2002 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2005 Ford Econovan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti FX weights approximately 541 kg more than 2005 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, 2002 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econovan. 2002 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Econovan | 2002 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Econovan | FX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1788 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |