2009 SsangYong Stavic vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 589 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.
Because 2009 SsangYong Stavic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Econovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Stavic | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | SsangYong | Ford |
| Model | Stavic | Econovan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2210 mm |
