2009 Ford Flex vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 479 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2001 Ford Econovan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan. 2009 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Flex | Econovan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2210 mm |