1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger 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 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 5 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger.
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 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Econoline | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4450 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3193 mm |
