2007 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 73 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Econovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan. 2001 Ford Econovan has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord 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:
2007 Honda Accord | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | Econovan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |