1995 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 10 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 26 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 240 kg more than 1995 Ford Falcon.
Because 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1995 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Falcon | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Falcon | Frontera |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3705 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |