2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 10 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (302 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 849 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
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 (569 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Econoline |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3510 mm |