2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,148 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan. 2001 Ford Econovan has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Econovan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | C | Econovan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1996 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |