2005 Ford Econoline vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2.
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, 2005 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econoline | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Econoline | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2460 mm |
