2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1307 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
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, 1999 Ford Econoline (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Econoline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3510 mm |
