1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, both 1999 Ford Econoline and 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 138 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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 Suzuki Wagon R+, 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 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Econoline | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2340 mm |
