2008 Nissan Titan vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Titan | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Titan | Econovan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2210 mm |