2005 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 4 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econovan (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 274 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Econovan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ford Econovan (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2001 Ford Econovan has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Econovan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Econovan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |