1998 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2004 Ford Econoline is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econoline weights approximately 760 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
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, 1998 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 2004 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3510 mm |
