2000 Ford Escape vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 1 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 813 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Econoline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Econoline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3510 mm |
