1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1999 Lincoln Continental
To start off, both 1999 Ford Econoline and 1999 Lincoln Continental were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (213 HP @ 2800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 695 kg more than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Because 1999 Ford Econoline 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 1999 Ford Econoline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental, 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (575 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1999 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Econoline | Continental |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2780 mm |
