1994 Ford Contour vs. 1996 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1996 Ford Falcon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Contour would be higher. At 3,707 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1994 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Falcon weights approximately 338 kg more than 1994 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Contour | 1996 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Contour | Falcon |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 398 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |