1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 1999 Ford Econoline and 1999 Mitsubishi Galant were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (193 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 850 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mitsubishi Galant, 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 (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Econoline | 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Econoline | Galant |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2640 mm |