1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 8 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (213 HP @ 2800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 390 kg more than 2007 Land Rover LR3.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover LR3. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Econoline | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2890 mm |
