1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, both 1999 Ford Econoline and 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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 Ford Econoline (213 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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 Suzuki Samurai 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 Ford Econoline (575 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Econoline | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
