1996 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,707 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Falcon weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 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 1996 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (325 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Ford Falcon 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Ford Toyota
Model Falcon Camry
Year Released 1996 2006
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3707 cc 3310 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 228 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 398 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2730 mm


 

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