2001 Ford Econoline vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 8 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econoline.
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, 2001 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (254 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econoline | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Econoline | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
