1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 425 kg more than 1991 Ford Falcon.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Falcon | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
