2006 BMW M6 vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 5 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (507 HP) has 417 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan.
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, 2006 BMW M6 (705 Nm) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan. 2006 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M6 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
