1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 10 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline.
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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Econoline | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
