1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (212 HP @ 4450 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 585 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Econoline | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4450 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3090 mm |
