1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 8 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 522 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Ford Falcon (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Falcon | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Falcon | Terracan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |