1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 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, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
