2001 Ford Econoline vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 644 kg more than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Econoline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econoline | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Econoline | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2800 mm |
