1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 940 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Falcon | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |