2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 338 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan. 2008 Ford Expedition 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. 2008 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Expedition | Econovan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |