2001 Ford Econoline vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 11 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 259 kg more than 2001 Ford Econoline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econoline | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Econoline | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 2584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2891 mm |
