2005 Ford Econoline vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Econoline | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Econoline | Falcon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 420 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2800 mm |