1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 11 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 549 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 132 L |
