2005 Ford Econoline vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 628 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econoline | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Econoline | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2852 mm |
