1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 1999 Ford Econoline and 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (218 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (212 HP @ 4450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 545 kg more than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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, 1999 Ford Econoline (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Econoline | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Econoline | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4450 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2700 mm |