1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 2000 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2000 Ford Econoline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Econoline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Econoline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Fiesta | 2000 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fiesta | Econoline |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3510 mm |