1996 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 14 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 28 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 10 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos, 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Falcon | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Falcon | Eos |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3707 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2578 mm |