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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (212 HP @ 4450 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 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 885 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 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 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 | 1988 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3510 mm |
