2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 11 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan.
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, 2012 Peugeot 408, 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, 2012 Peugeot 408 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan. 2012 Peugeot 408 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. 2012 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Ford Econovan | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Econovan | 408 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |