1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2006 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2006 TVR Tuscan 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 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2006 TVR Tuscan.
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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2006 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Econoline | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2370 mm |
