1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 10 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 101 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 265 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva, 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Falcon | 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Falcon | Captiva |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |