2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 1310 kg more than 2008 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Econoline |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3510 mm |