2005 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria.
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 Ford Crown Victoria (362 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Econoline |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3510 mm |
