1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 12 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (212 HP @ 4450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Econoline | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2900 mm |
