1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 11 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (212 HP @ 4450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 Ford Econoline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Econoline | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4450 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3967 mm |
