1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (213 HP @ 2800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 953 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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 (575 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Econoline | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Econoline | Mustang |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7275 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2490 mm |