2004 Ford Econoline vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred

To start off, both 2004 Ford Econoline and 2004 Ford Five Hundred were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 197 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econoline weights approximately 595 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.

Because 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Econoline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2004 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Econoline 2004 Ford Five Hundred
Make Ford Ford
Model Econoline Five Hundred
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 197 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Vehicle Weight 2325 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 2060 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 3510 mm 2760 mm


 

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