1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Because 1998 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Falcon | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Falcon | Murano |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |