1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1999 Pontiac GTO
To start off, both 1999 Ford Econoline and 1999 Pontiac GTO 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 53 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1126 kg more than 1999 Pontiac GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (338 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (203 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Econoline | 1999 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Econoline | GTO |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2398 cc |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 203 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1199 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2570 mm |