1994 Ford Falcon vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara

To start off, both 1994 Ford Falcon and 1994 Suzuki Vitara were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Falcon weights approximately 490 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1994 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Ford Falcon 1994 Suzuki Vitara
Make Ford Suzuki
Model Falcon Vitara
Year Released 1994 1994
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 205 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 1045 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 3660 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2210 mm


 

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