2005 Ford Econoline vs. 2003 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 805 kg more than 2003 Ford GT.
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, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econoline | 2003 Ford GT | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Econoline | GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2490 mm |
