1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 7 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Econoline (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Econoline | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2680 mm |
