1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 390 kg more than 1993 Ford Falcon.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Falcon. (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
