2000 Ford Econoline vs. 1994 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2000 Ford Econoline is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota MR2 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 24 more horse power than 1994 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1994 Toyota MR2. 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, 2000 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Econoline | 1994 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Econoline | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
