2006 Honda Element vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2006 Honda Element 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
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, 2006 Honda Element, 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Element | Econovan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |