1991 Porsche 944 vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ford Falcon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 944 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Falcon weights approximately 130 kg more than 1991 Porsche 944.
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, 2006 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 944. (337 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Porsche 944 | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 944 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |