2005 Ford Econoline vs. 2005 Toyota Soarer
To start off, both 2005 Ford Econoline and 2005 Toyota Soarer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 595 kg more than 2005 Toyota Soarer.
Because 2005 Ford Econoline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Econoline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Soarer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Econoline | 2005 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Econoline | Soarer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2630 mm |