1998 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 646 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-250 | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-250 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2838 mm |
