1995 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,705 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Falcon weights approximately 655 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio, 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, 1995 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Falcon | 1999 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Falcon | Rio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3705 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |
