1999 Dodge Durango vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, both 1999 Dodge Durango and 1999 Ford Econoline were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (212 HP @ 4450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 Dodge Durango.
Because 1999 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Econoline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango 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, 1999 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Durango | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3510 mm |
