1995 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2002 Ford Falcon

To start off, 2002 Ford Falcon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Falcon weights approximately 130 kg more than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. 2002 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Toyota Lexcen 2002 Ford Falcon
Make Toyota Ford
Model Lexcen Falcon
Year Released 1995 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 3984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 194 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 357 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3150 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2800 mm


 

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