2008 Ford GT vs. 2002 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econoline. (198 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econoline weights approximately 805 kg more than 2008 Ford GT.
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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 2002 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT | Econoline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3510 mm |
