1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 13 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (212 HP @ 4450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 707 kg more than 2012 Ford Falcon.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Falcon. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Econoline | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Econoline | Falcon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4450 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2838 mm |