2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2002 Ford Econovan

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 217 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.

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 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet SSR 2002 Ford Econovan
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model SSR Econovan
Year Released 2006 2002
Body Type Pickup Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 1789 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 401 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 138 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2210 mm


 

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