2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1087 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
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 Econoline (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Falcon. (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Falcon | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Falcon | Econoline |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3510 mm |