1999 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2002 Ford Econoline is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Econoline (198 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 9 kg more than 2002 Ford Econoline.
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, both vehicles can yield 338 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Econoline |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3510 mm |