2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 247 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 CR-V 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 CR-V 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 CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V has manual transmission. 2007 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | CR-V | Econovan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |
