1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 5 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 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 695 kg more than 2004 Pontiac GTO.
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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (474 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Econoline | GTO |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2720 mm |
