2002 Ford Econoline vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econoline. (198 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econoline weights approximately 297 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (430 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econoline | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Econoline | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3270 mm |
