1993 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 104 kg more than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota 4Runner | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | 4Runner | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2365 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2838 mm |
