2005 Ford Econoline vs. 2007 Ford F-450
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 is newer by 2 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline.
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, 2007 Ford F-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econoline | 2007 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Econoline | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3590 mm |
