1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, both 1999 Ford F-150 and 1999 Ford Econoline were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1027 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3510 mm |
