2005 Ford Econovan vs. 2004 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2005 Ford Econovan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econovan weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Ginetta G34.
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 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econovan | 2004 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Econovan | G34 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1788 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1050 mm |
