1995 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 18 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 623 kg more than 1995 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Falcon | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Falcon | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3705 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3020 mm |
