2005 Ford Econoline vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Econoline | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Ford | Venturi |
Model | Econoline | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2500 mm |