1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (213 HP @ 2800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 129 kg more than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Econoline | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2860 mm |
