2005 Ford Econovan vs. 2004 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Ford Econovan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Maverick weights approximately 220 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.
Because 2004 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Econovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econovan | 2004 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Econovan | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1788 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
