2009 Ford Edge vs. 2003 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econovan weights approximately 188 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Econovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan. 2009 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Edge | 2003 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Edge | Econovan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |