1994 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Falcon would be higher. 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 72 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1994 Ford Falcon.
Because 2011 Hyundai ix35 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Falcon | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Falcon | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
