2005 Ford Econoline vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 593 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1323 kg more than 2002 TVR Speed 12.
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, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econoline | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Econoline | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2570 mm |
