2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (302 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 455 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Nitro | Econoline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3510 mm |
