1995 Honda Today vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 994 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 2009 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Today | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Today | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1868 mm |
