2003 Ford Econoline vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econoline weights approximately 995 kg more than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Econoline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Econoline | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Econoline | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2860 mm |
