2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2002 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Econovan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |