1996 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 11 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 124 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 690 kg more than 1996 Ford Falcon.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Falcon | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Falcon | Transporter |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3707 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3410 mm |