1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, both 1999 Ford Econoline and 1999 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (212 HP @ 4450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 815 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Econoline | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2360 mm |
