2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 8 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 665 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.
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 Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan. 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Econovan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2210 mm |
